Nature's Answer
to Sugar Reduction
Discover why our natural low sugar sweetener for food formulations is revolutionizing healthy product development
What is Yacon?
Ancient Wisdom, Modern Innovation.
Yacon (Smallanthus sonchifolius) is a root vegetable native to the Andean highlands of Peru. Unlike other sweeteners, yacon naturally stores energy as fructooligosaccharides (FOS) instead of simple sugars – making it a unique high FOS syrup for gut health products that delivers sweetness with remarkable health benefits.
The transformation process is simple yet sophisticated: fresh yacon roots are carefully processed to extract their natural juices, which are then concentrated into a golden syrup with caramel and maple notes. As a certified yacon syrup EU and USA compliant ingredient, it meets the highest international standards for food formulations.
For decades, food manufacturers faced an impossible choice:
create products that taste great but compromise health, or sacrifice flavor for nutrition.
Yacon syrup breaks this paradigm entirely.
When our co-founder Thierry discovered yacon's ability to manage his type 2 diabetes without giving up sweetness, we realized we weren't just looking at another sugar substitute.
We were seeing the future of food formulation – where sweetness, health, and functionality converge in a single ingredient.
The secret lies in yacon's unique molecular structure. While sugar immediately spikes blood glucose, yacon's FOS molecules behave more like fiber, feeding beneficial gut bacteria while delivering the sweetness your customers crave. It's sweetness with a biological purpose.
The Triple Win: Taste, Health, Function.
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Perfect Sweetness Profile
80-90% the sweetness of sugar with complex honey and maple notes – no bitter aftertaste that plagues artificial alternatives.
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Low sugar & low calories
Yacon syrup has half the calories and a quarter of the carbs compared to sugar, honey, and agave syrup.
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Prebiotic Powerhouse
Over 30% FOS content transforms your product into a gut health ally, supporting digestive wellness claims with our high FOS syrup for gut health products.
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Glycemic Game-Changer
Glycemic index under 30 (vs. sugar at 65 and more) opens doors to diabetic-friendly and blood sugar management positioning with our low glycemic index sweetener.
How Yacon Stands Against Other Sweeteners
Nutritional and functional comparison of Yacon Syrup with alternative sweeteners including Agave, Honey, Stevia, and Sugar.
| Property | Yacon Syrup | Agave | Honey | Stevia | Sugar |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories (Kcal per 100g) | 197 | 350 | 350 | 0 | 400 |
| Sugars | 25–30% | 75–80% | 85–90% | 0% | 100% |
| Fibers | >30% FOS | None | None | None | None |
| Glycemic Index | <30 | 15–30 | 55 | 0 | 65 |
| Degree of Processing | Low | High | Medium | High | High |
| Aftertaste | None | None | None | Bitter | None |
| Functional Benefits | Multiple | Limited | Antimicrobial | None | None |
Why FOS Changes Everything
Here's what makes yacon revolutionary:
fructooligosaccharides (FOS) are sugar molecules that your body can't fully digest. Instead of spiking blood glucose, they travel to your colon where beneficial bacteria feast on them, producing short-chain fatty acids that support overall health.
This isn't just about reducing sugar – it's about transforming your product into a functional food.
Every serving becomes an opportunity to support your customers' digestive health while delivering the sweetness they expect.
The result? Products that don't just taste good – they make people feel good. And in today's health-conscious market, that emotional connection drives loyalty and premium positioning.
The Science of Sweet Innovation
High Prebiotic Fiber Content
>30% FOS (Fructooligosaccharides)
Feeds beneficial gut bacteria
Supports digestive health claims
Rich in Polyphenols
Natural antioxidant compounds
Supports clean label positioning
Adds functional value beyond sweetening
Low Glycemic Impact
Glycemic Index: <30 (vs. sugar at 65)
Ideal for diabetic-friendly formulations
Supports blood sugar management claims
Natural Sweetness Profile
80-90% sweetness of sugar
Complex flavor notes (honey, maple, caramel)
No bitter aftertaste common in artificial sweeteners
From Concept to Consumer Success
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Bakery Innovation
Replace 30% of sugar while maintaining moisture and enhancing browning with our natural prebiotic sweetener for food formulations.
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Beverage Breakthrough
Perfect solubility with no crystallization in functional drinks requiring ingredients with fiber claims.
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Dairy Distinction
Complements fermentation while adding fiber content with our organic syrup alternative to agave or inulin.
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Nutrition Excellence
Natural binding eliminates artificial additives in bars and cereals with functional sweetener benefits.
Ready to Transform Your Products?
The Future of Sweetening Starts Here
Whether you're launching a gut health beverage or reformulating existing products for better nutrition scores, yacon syrup opens possibilities that traditional sweeteners simply can't match.
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